Ground transformer box fire reported in Mountlake Terrace


A transformer box on the ground caught fire, firefighters responded, and the utility company was called. Power was cut to nearby homes for safety.
Audio|Source: Snohomish County Fire Primary Response
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Transcript:
A89 patient contact. A89 location. A89 location. Call off from Engine 4-9. Engine 4-9. Can you show Engine 4-9 available, and can you have PUD[1] respond on code for a ground transformer box that was on fire? Engine 499, Cubing, I will be, PUD. And engine 49 first welcome. The power is still on in the area, original. Engine 7.7 on tap free. Power in the area, and homeowners cut power to their house. Engine 49, copy no power in the area. Power cuts the residence. Engine 7.7.
Police codes explained
The following codes appeared in the transcript and are explained below:
[1]
PUD: Public Utility District (called for electrical hazard)
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Location mentioned:
Near 226th St SW, Mountlake Terrace, WA 98043
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